Summer Camp Counselor - PW3
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Camp Staff or Superhero
Take a moment to imagine making a difference in the life of a child. Empower girls to make decisions become independent and be proud of who they are. Thats what we do each summer at sleepaway camp! If youre passionate about youth development enjoy the outdoors and want to encourage girls to discover the best versions of themselves then Girl Scouts Nations Capital sleepaway camps may be for you!
Multiple Opportunities!
Unit Counselors June 4 August 10 (flexible scheduling available). With other counselors responsible for the direct daily supervision and care of a group of up to 20 girls and works with other counselors to plan and implement activities.
Lifeguards May 28 August 10. Assists with the implementation of the aquatic program at the pool as a lifeguard. Assists with unit programming in the evening when the pool is closed. Current lifeguard and CPR:PR certifications or willing and able to obtain certifications during precamp training.
Additional Positions (administration health activity/program kitchen) Available for more information! Limited number of hourly commuter positions are available.
The starting salary range for positions at Camp Potomac Woods is $370 $555.
Flexible Scheduling Available
Start dates vary by positions between May 22 June 4. Need to start later We can work with you to get you caught up on precamp training. The summer season wraps up on August 10 but do you need to leave earlier We can work with you!
Is this you
Passionate about youth leadership
Excellent with children ages 517 and equally skilled at working with adults of all ages
Sensitive to people from all cultures and abilities
Flexible & Creative: able to change direction on a moments notice and carry on
Energetic: able to sing songs lead games and show positivity all of the time (even when they dont feel like it!
Considerate: honest and kind keeping the childrens best interest in mind
Love being outdoors and willing to work outdoors in the heat humidity and rain
Prepared to live onsite during employment in rustic cabin accommodations (no electricity internet or flushing toilets) or prepared to commute to camp just north of Leesburg VA each day
Not bothered by dirt bugs wildlife (snakes mice deer etc. or sunscreen
Willing to work long hours (up to 13 hours per day) for up to 6 days in a row
Some of the Perks
Room board and laundry facilities provided
Most Saturdays off
Paid precamp training and professional development
Free certification in CPR/First Aid and other activities dependent on position (lifeguarding archery etc.
Networking opportunities and a chance to work with staff from across the globe
Internship opportunities (well work with you to fulfill requirements.
Skill development in leadership communication problemsolving behavior management creativity and more
An active summer outdoors in the woods without screens!
Memories and friendships to last a lifetime
The opportunity to create a positive impact on the youth of today
For more information and other sleepaway camp employment opportunities go to For more Potomac Woods information go to questions before applying Contact camp director Rebecca Bandi Os Montague at or text.
About Camp Potomac Woods
Camp Potomac Woods located on the Potomac River in Loudoun County Virginia provides the perfect getaway for Girl Scouts in grades K11. Located 50 miles northwest or 1 hour outside of Washington DC Potomac Woods is within driving distance of several major cities including Richmond Baltimore and Philadelphia. Potomac Woods is owned and operated by Girl Scouts Nations Capital the largest Girl Scout council in the United States of America.
Potomac Woods offers a variety of specialty theme overnight programs that range from two nights to five nights in a fun safe rustic and traditional camp setting. The property spans 101 acres of hilly woodland with lots of trees. Full of creativity and imagination all programs provide campers the opportunity to explore the outdoors while having the time of their lives!
Campers enjoy swimming at the pool getting creative at arts & crafts trying outdoor cooking learning about STEM and taking aim at target sports like archery slingshots knife and tomahawk (axe) throwing! Campers participate in many wonderful Camp Potomac Woods traditions including campfires singing and hikes to explore the Pooh Tree or RiverWalk.
Employment Type
Temp
